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-- Jeffrey K. Zeig, Ph.D., The Milton H. Erickson Foundation
“For any therapist who wants to deepen their capacity for empathy, compassion, and deeper healing, this book is a must read.”
-- Dr. Stan Tatkin, Psy.D., MFT, author of Wired for Love and We Do
"Like a wise mentor, Susan Warren Warshow senses the challenges you will face and steps in with sage advice."
-- Scott D. Miller, Ph.D., Director, International Center for Clinical Excellence
“Your style is so compelling, the vignettes so clear, and the warmth and embrace of your stance so immediately appealing. I can't imagine a therapist not enjoying and loving this book.”
-- Jon Frederickson, MSW, Faculty, Washington School of Psychiatry, Author of Co-Creating Change, The Lies We Tell Ourselves, and Co-Creating Safety: Healing the Fragile Client
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"A Therapist’s Handbook to Dissolve Shame and Defense: Master the Moment, like all your brilliant work, illuminates the power of a shame sensitive approach and has transformed the attachment-based, experiential dynamic world. Your courageous vulnerability has been a beacon."
Dr. Sandra Parker, Author
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Leveraging the Will to Heal in Psychotherapy
Therapist Shame: Recognize & Reduce It
10 Ways to Orient Clients Toward Uncounscious
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How to Unlock Hidden Motivation for Change
On Becoming a Shame Sensitive Therapist
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A Therapist's Handbook to Dissolve Shame & Defense:
Master the Moment